One Rep Max for 120 lbs × 5 reps

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What is the one rep max for 120 lbs × 5 reps?

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Lifting 120 lbs for 5 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
140 lbs

Epley formula · an estimate from a set taken close to failure; accuracy depends on the exercise and the person and drops as reps grow

120 × (1 + 5 ÷ 30) = 140 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 135–142.8 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%133 lbs
90%126 lbs
85.7%120 lbs — this set
85%119 lbs
80%112 lbs
75%105 lbs
70%98 lbs
65%91 lbs
60%84 lbs

See Also

One Rep Max Table for 120 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps128 lbs93.8%
3 reps132 lbs90.9%
4 reps136 lbs88.2%
5 reps140 lbs85.7%
6 reps144 lbs83.3%
7 reps148 lbs81.1%
8 reps152 lbs78.9%
9 reps156 lbs76.9%
10 reps160 lbs75%
11 reps164 lbs73.2%
12 reps168 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 120 lbs × 5 reps?

Lifting 120 lbs for 5 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 140 lbs

How much of my max is 120 lbs for 5 reps?

120 lbs for 5 reps works out at 85.7% of an estimated one rep max of 140 lbs.

What should I lift at 90% and 70% of that max?

90% of 140 lbs is 126 lbs and 70% is 98 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.